Atty. Christopher A. Tipping

Atty. Christopher A. Tipping

Christopher A. Tipping is a partner in Stark & Knoll Litigation & Employment Group.

Akron Akron 31 J. Erfahrung 31 year
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About Christopher A. Tipping at a glance

Christopher A. Tipping is a Partner based in Akron, Ohio, practforg at Stark & Knoll Co., L.P.A.. They haand 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1996), District of Columbia (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2003). Educated at Ohio State University Law School (J.D., 1995) and George Washington University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Akron Bar Association. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher A. Tipping is a partner in Stark & Knoll Litigation & Employment Group
  • Chris maintains a civil litigation practice with principal focus in the areas of business, employment, personal injury, and all facets of insurance defense litigation, including automobile, dealership operations, negligence, construction, medical and nursing home liability, liquor liability, premises liability, insurance coverage, and personal, commercial and products liability defense. "When a client is faced with litigation or wants to avoid it, the key component for success is experienced trial counsel
  • We, in the Stark & Knoll litigation group, maintain the proficiency and hands-on courtroom experience to advance our clients' interests zealously and with positive results
  • We strive to place our clients in the best possible position for success in all litigation matters." — Christopher A. Tipping Experience Since 1995, Chris has been actively engaged in the practice of civil and complex civil defense litigation in both State and Federal Courts throughout the State of Ohio, with an emphasis on Northeastern and Central Ohio
  • Chris has over 15 years experience in litigating cases on behalf of individuals, businesses, and insurance companies in the principal areas of automobile, dealership operations, employment, business, personal injury, negligence, construction, medical and nursing home liability, liquor liability, premises liability, insurance coverage, and personal, commercial and products liability defense
  • Chris has successfully litigated cases on behalf of his clients in Trial Courts spanning more than ten (10) counties throughout the State of Ohio, the United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio, The Ohio Court of Claims, Ohio Appellate Courts, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
  • Selected reported cases include: Steiner v
  • Ganley Toyota-Mercedes Benz (2003), 99 Ohio St. 3d 211
  • Rigby v
  • Fallsway Equip
  • Co. (2002), 150 Ohio App. 3d 155
  • Sorrell v
  • Estate of Datko (2001), 147 Ohio App. 3d 319
  • Brott Mardis & Co. v
  • Camp (2001), 147 Ohio App. 3d 71
  • and Hitt v
  • Anthem Ins
  • Group (2001), 142 Ohio App. 3d 262
  • In addition to trial practice, Chris also has a great depth of experience in successfully resolving contested litigation matters through pre-trial dispositive motion practice and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
  • He routinely works with clients both prior to and subsequent to the filing of litigation to assess liability exposure and develop strategies to meet the clients' goals of resolving litigation matters in a beneficial and cost effective manner
  • Through personalized client service, effective advocacy, experience and proficiency in the courtroom, and attention to detail, Chris has been selected by his peers as an Ohio Super Lawyer - Rising Star in Civil Defense Litigation for 2009 and 2010, a distinction awarded to less than 3% of Attorneys under the age of 40 in the State of Ohio
  • Member, Board of Trustees, Walsh Jesuit High School, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, 2009 to Present
  • President, Walsh Jesuit High School Alumni Association, 2006 to Present
  • Member, City of Fairlawn Real Property Maintenance Board, 2008 to Present
  • Past Member, City of Fairlawn Archives and Artifacts Historical Commission, 2006-2008

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practforg law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Akron are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Christopher A. Tipping's law office located?
Christopher A. Tipping's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Stark & Knoll Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Christopher A. Tipping practiced law?
Christopher A. Tipping has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Christopher A. Tipping go to law school?
Christopher A. Tipping earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
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What awards or recognition has Christopher A. Tipping receiandd?
Christopher A. Tipping's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio State University Law School
- 1995
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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